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LightSpeed Technologies CAT 885 User Manual

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  • Page 1 Classroom Audio System U s e r M a n u a l...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1: Important Safety Instructions Overview System Components and Unpacking Optional Components Front Panel Controls Rear Panel Controls ISR Controls and Connections REDMIKE Controls and Connections Cradle Charger Controls and Connections SECTION 2: Step 1. Location of the Amplifier Set-up &...

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions. 11. Only use attachments/ accessories specified by the Keep these instructions. manufacturer. Heed all warnings. 12. Use only with a cart, Follow all instructions. stand, tripod, bracket or table specified by the Do not use the apparatus manufacturer, or sold with near water.

  • Page 5: System Components And Unpacking

    SECTION 1: OVERVIEW SYSTEM COMPONENTS AND UNPACKING The standard configuration of the CAT 885 will contain: CAT 885 Amplifier Amplifier Power Supply ISR Infrared Sensor/Receiver and Cable Charging Cradle and Power Supply REDMIKE® Classroom Microphone...
  • Page 6 DRQ (x 4) NXQ (x 1) MCQ (x 1) Standard Components AMP-885 Audio amplifier/mixer PS-24V-2.5 24V/2.5A power supply for CAT 885 RX-ISR Infrared sensor/receiver with mounting bracket CA-P5E50 50’ plenum-rated Cat 5e cable REDMIKE classroom microphone with battery BA-NH2A27 AA NiMH rechargeable sensing battery for REDMIKE...

  • Page 7: Optional Components

    OPTIONAL COMPONENTS Optional equipment which may be part of your CAT 885 system: REDMIKE® VC Volume Control Microphone REDMIKE Share Handheld Microphone and Charger Cable LT-71 LT-71 LightMic and Charger Cable Optional Components REDMIKE VC microphone with battery REDMIKE Share handheld microphone with battery pack...

  • Page 8: Front Panel Controls

    FRONT PANEL CONTROLS 1. POWER SWITCH/INDICATOR: 6. SPEAKER ZONING: These Press this button to turn the CAT switches turn the corresponding 885 ON (pushed in) or OFF. When speakers (connected to speaker the POWER is switched on, the outputs in the corresponding blue LED indicator will light.

  • Page 9: Rear Panel Controls

    2. SPEAKER OUTPUTS (1-6): This Connect the input from optional euro-block connector is used PageFirst sensor here when to connect the CAT 885 to the interface with a buildings paging loudspeaker(s). Up to two 8-ohm system. Use the ADJ control to speakers can be connected to adjust the sensitivity if needed.
  • Page 10 7. AUX OUT AND VOL: This jack system to produce optimum audio sends audio to external equipment quality. such as an assistive listening 11. SENSOR INPUT: The infrared device (Personal FM System) or microphone audio from the ISR is recording device. Use the volume connected to this input via Cat 5 control to set the optimum signal cable.
  • Page 11 CAT 885 amplifier. will glow blue when the ISR is 4. IR EXPANSION: Connect up to receiving power from the CAT 885. three passive IR sensors (IR-SR70F) 2. A/B IR INDICATORS: These lights to this connection for larger glow when the corresponding classrooms.

  • Page 12: Redmike Controls And Connections

    REDMIKE CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS 1. POWER BUTTON: Press this opening the compartment door, as button to turn the REDMIKE ON, it may tear, leaving fragments. press again to turn it OFF (mute). 5. AUDIO/MICROPHONE INPUT: 2. POWER/LOW BATTERY Use this input to plug in a laptop, INDICATOR: A BLUE light MP3 player or other audio indicates the REDMIKE is on and...
  • Page 13 CRADLE CHARGER CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS 1. CHARGE INDICATORS: The light 2. DC POWER PORT: Connect the glows RED while the REDMIKE is 5V/1.0A DC power cord here. charging. When fully charged, the 3. OPTIONAL CHARGING PORT: light will glow GREEN. A blinking Plug the charging cord for the RED light indicates that no battery optional LT-71 or the REDMIKE...

  • Page 14: Section 2

    Lightspeed wall shelf can be installed. Media Cabinet Set-up Wall-mount Set-up The optional Lightspeed wall shelf (part #AC-800WB) is specifically designed to support the CAT 885. Avoid Separated Set-ups Components should be located together. Wires should be routed directly back to the amplifier.
  • Page 15 Next, find a suitable location for the ISR. Poor location will cause substandard performance of the CAT 885 Classroom Audio System. The ISR should be as high as possible in the room – the ceiling is the best location, centered along the longest wall in the room.

  • Page 16: Suspended Ceiling Mount

    Connect one end of the cable to the ISR. Secure wire overhead and route it back to the system. 4. Connect the other end of the Cat 5 sensor cable into the SENSOR INPUT jack on the CAT 885 amplifier.
  • Page 17 ISR off the bracket raceway where possible. 3. Slide the ISR onto the bracket until it “clicks” into place. 4. Connect the other end of the Cat 5 sensor cable into the SENSOR INPUT jack on the CAT 885 amplifier.

  • Page 18: Speaker Installation

    OFF position. 2. Connect the DC end of the power supply to the black power jack labeled DC POWER. 3. Connect the black AC power cable from the power supply to a wall outlet. CAT 885 Amplifier DC Power Source Cable...
  • Page 19 4B. ISR CONNECTION Check the connections from the ISR Sensor to the CAT 885. Ensure the CAT 885 is plugged into an electrical outlet. 1. Ensure the power is still switched off. 2. Check the connection from the ISR to the CAT 885. Ensure the sensor cable is securely attached and locked into place.
  • Page 20 4C. SPEAKER CONNECTIONS 1. Ensure the power switch is in the off position 2. Ensure speaker wire connections are secure and not frayed. Under normal conditions, each speaker volume control should remain at maximum level (fully clockwise).
  • Page 21 4D. AUDIO INPUT CONNECTIONS 1. Connect any auxiliary audio sources to the corresponding labeled input. (See following page for more information about integration with other classroom audio sources).

  • Page 22: Audio Integration

    5. AUDIO INTEGRATION The next step in setting up your CAT 885 system is to connect it to the other multimedia devices in your classroom. You may have a computer, television, DVD/VCR player, a visual projection system or other devices. Below are instructions on how to integrate TV/VCR, CD/DVD or computer directly into the CAT 885.

  • Page 23: Charging The Redmike

    REDMIKE incorporates alkaline protection into the microphone design. Always use a Lightspeed rechargeable sensing battery. Replacement AA NiMH batteries may only be purchased through Lightspeed Technologies (part # BA-NH2A27). Do not attempt to charge alkaline batteries. They can overheat and expand creating a significant hazard and damaging the microphone (this is not covered by warranty).

  • Page 24: Operating The Redmike

    7. OPERATING THE REDMIKE Once the REDMIKE is charged, follow these steps to set it up for use. 1. Turn the CAT 885 power on. The blue LED will glow. 2. Remove the REDMIKE from the charging cradle and turn it on.

  • Page 25: Speaker Control

    Zoning is especially useful in noise in that area. When this situation large classrooms and media centers. arises, the CAT 885 allows the user to fine tune the output level.
  • Page 26 This feature allows the teacher’s voice priority over any audio sources that to be heard over the other audio are plugged into the Audio Inputs being played through the CAT 885. only (Computer, TV/VCR, CD/DVD, The three-position switch has the etc.). When the teacher speaks...
  • Page 27 CAT 885. The Lightspeed LES-370 Personal 5. With the CAT 885 and ALD turned System requires a 3.5 mm to on, speak into the REDMIKE and 3.5 mm patch cable (part# CA- slowly adjust the corresponding MMC3535, not included).
  • Page 28 To determine which REDMIKE is set to Channel B, you can look at the switch on the back of the mike or speak into one of the mics and watch which set of LED’s glow on the front panel of the CAT 885 (A Volume or B Volume correspond to Channels A or B).

  • Page 30: Section 3

    SECTION 3: OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES OPTIONAL REDMIKE VC (Volume Control) Controls and Connections 1. POWER /MUTE BUTTON source to wirelessly transmit audio to be played through the 2. POWER/LOW BATTERY system. Alternatively, an external INDICATOR: A BLUE light microphone can be connected. indicates the REDMIKE VC is on 6.
  • Page 31 REDMIKE to setup the REDMIKE VC. NOTE: A nominal volume level must be set on the CAT 885 before adjusting controls on the REDMIKE VC. The teacher can now use the controls on the REDMIKE VC to adjust the volume level from anywhere in the room.
  • Page 32 OPTIONAL LT-71: Controls and Connections LT-71 LT-71 1. ON/OFF/MUTE Switch 5. AUXILIARY (AUX): Plug a laptop, MP3 player or other audio source 2. CHANNEL SELECT SWITCH (CH into this jack to wirelessly transmit A/B): Use this to choose Channel the audio signal to be played A or B.
  • Page 33 LT-71: Charging 1. Ensure that the LT-71 is turned OFF. 2. Make sure the cradle charger is plugged into a wall outlet. Connect one end of the charging cable into the jack labeled CHARGER on the side of the LT-71 and plug the other end into the charging jack on the rear of the REDMIKE cradle charger.
  • Page 34 LT-71: Initial Set-up Once the LT-71 is charged, follow these steps to set it up for use. 1. Turn the CAT 885 power switch to the ON position. The RED LED on the switch will glow. 2. Turn on the LT-71 and set the operating channel to “B”.
  • Page 35 REDMIKE Share: Controls and Connections 1. POWER SWITCH: 2. POWER/CHARGE INDICATOR: this light glows blue when turned on and turns off to indicate low battery level. When charging, the light glows red. 3. AUDIO INPUT: plug a laptop, MP3 player or other audio device into this jack to wirelessly transmit the audio signal to be played through the system.
  • Page 36 REDMIKE Share: Charging 1. Ensure that the REDMIKE Share is 3. Plug the other end into the turned OFF. charging jack on the rear of the cradle charger. 2. Make sure the cradle charger is plugged into a wall outlet. 4.
  • Page 37 REDMIKE Share: Initial Set-up 1. Ensure the CAT 885 is ON. The blue LED on the power button will glow. 2. Turn on the REDMIKE Share by sliding the switch to the top position. 3. Grip the barrel in the center section.
  • Page 38 (such as many DVD players) adjust the volume at the iRMC. C. If the first two options do not give optimum volume level, the last place to adjust the volume is the CH. B Volume on the CAT 885.
  • Page 39 OPTIONAL IR MEDIA CONNECTOR AUDIO INTEGRATION The iRMC is designed to integrate with the CAT 885 and multiple audio sources, allowing other instructional technologies to be clearly heard throughout the classroom. Video In Projector Projector ISR Sensor IR Sensor ISR Sensor IR Transmission Teacher’s...

  • Page 40: Section 4

    PROBLEM: Hearing Static front panel switch is on. SOLUTION: Follow these steps to • Confirm signal is being received at eliminate static. the CAT 885. The IR signal light will • Ensure sensor is in optimum be RED indicating a signal is being location (refer to sensor placement received.
  • Page 41 TIPS TO OBTAIN OPTIMUM AUDIO PERFORMANCE • Speak in a natural voice. A normal conversational speech level will provide an adequate signal. It is not necessary to increase the intensity of your voice—the audio system provides adequate amplification (approximately 5 – 10 dB) above ambient room noises. • Avoid wearing jewelry that may rub or bump against the microphone.

  • Page 42: Section 5

    Repair by other than Lightspeed or its authorized service agencies will void this guarantee. Information on authorized service agencies is available from Lightspeed Technologies, Inc. Our Service Department (800.732.8999, 5 a.m. – 5 p.m., PST) will handle all your...

  • Page 43: Safety Warnings And Certifications

    European Union Directives: 89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC, 93/68/ EED, and 2004/108/EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directives. Lightspeed Technologies launched a formal product recycle program in Europe that complies with the European Union Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (“WEEE Directive”). Please visit our website at www.Lightspeed-tek.com for more...
  • Page 44 OVERALL SPECIFICATIONS Power Output 12 W per channel (72 W total) Amplifier Frequency Response 60 Hz to 20 kHz ±3 dB Carrier Frequencies (IR) 2.06/2.54; 3.2/3.7 MHz Signal-to-Noise Ratio > 73 dB Dynamic Range > 73 dB Maximum Deviation > 70 dB AMPLIFIER SPECIFICATIONS Receiver Type Superheterodyne...
  • Page 48 LIGHTSPEE D TE CHNOLOGIES 1 1509 SW HERMAN RO AD / TUAL ATI N, OR 970 62 TOL L F REE: 800.732 .89 99 / PHO NE: 503.68 4.5 538 / FAX: 503.684.3197 LIG HTSPEE D-TEK. COM MN0236US01-5...

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